Union Contract 20-23
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How much prior notice is required for a member to report to a new company at 0700 hours?

  • 36 hours
  • 72 hours
  • 24 hours
  • 48 hours (correct)

After how many years of service are members no longer required to be detailed to a Medic Unit?

  • 25 years
  • 10 years
  • 20 years (correct)
  • 15 years

What happens if the Employee Health Physician disagrees with a member's treating physician regarding an injury determination?

  • A third physician is mutually selected to resolve the disagreement (correct)
  • The City decides the outcome unilaterally
  • The member is dismissed from service
  • The member loses all benefits

What obligations does the City have regarding the cost of the third physician evaluation?

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What can a member use pending a final determination on a reoccurrence of an injury?

<p>Sick leave, holiday, vacation, or compensatory time (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which statement accurately reflects the policy on sick leave deductions while a member is on injury with pay?

<p>No time is deducted from the sick leave balance (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum duration of injury with pay a member can receive without an extension?

<p>1 year (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the time frame within which an employee must have no disciplinary actions to request the removal of records of single tour suspensions?

<p>Three years (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

For a 40-hour employee, how long must they remain free of disciplinary actions to strike all previous written reprimands from their records?

<p>Two years (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of disciplinary actions can be wiped from an employee's record after a six-year period without further disciplinary issues?

<p>Multi-tour suspensions (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which group of employees is not eligible to request the removal of all records of single tour suspensions after three years?

<p>Employees with prior disciplinary actions (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum duration for which records of lesser discipline can be cleared from the personnel jacket upon request?

<p>Six years (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is true regarding the clearance of written reprimands for employees with a clean record?

<p>They can be removed after two years (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What must an employee submit in order to have their disciplinary records stricken?

<p>Written request (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of employee can request to strike multi-tour suspension records after not having disciplinary actions for six years?

<p>48-hour and 40-hour employees (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the time frame for a member to convert an appeal to the grievance arbitration process after disciplinary action is served?

<p>40 calendar days (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is eligible to serve as a witness during the grievance hearing?

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What must happen for a grievance to be advanced directly to Steps Three or Four in the grievance process?

<p>Mutual agreement of the parties involved (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the eligibility criterion for panelists serving on the Review Panel?

<p>Panelists can only be from the same rank as the grievant (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who may provide legal representation during the Grievance Procedure?

<p>The Union beyond Step Two (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is required for an employee to receive a clothing allowance?

<p>Wearing civilian clothing at least one day during specified six-month periods. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum reimbursement an employee can receive for personal equipment damaged during their duties?

<p>$250.00 per occurrence. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What occurs if there aren’t enough willing panelists of the same rank for the Review Panel?

<p>The panel will be open to all other ranks (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which rank is not allowed to hold a permanent position according to the policy?

<p>Fire Fighter PR and below. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the protocol concerning back-filling on overtime for participants in a Review Panel hearing?

<p>The city is not required to back-fill for any participants (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How are panelists chosen for each day that reviews are scheduled?

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How are transfers to positions in Engine, Ladder, or ARFF Companies determined?

<p>Through a written request and based on seniority in grade. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What actions are taken when an employee's uniform is damaged while performing their duties?

<p>The uniform will be replaced at no cost. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When can members at the rank of Fire Fighter PR file transfer requests?

<p>No sooner than thirty (30) days prior to their anticipated pay step up. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What determines the eligibility for the clothing allowance?

<p>Wearing civilian clothing when required under their duties. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happens to a personal equipment loss exceeding $250 during duties?

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What is the time frame during which records of disciplinary action will not be considered for future actions?

<p>Until another disciplinary action is initiated (B), Six years after the individual's last disciplinary action (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under what condition can an employee request the removal of disciplinary records involving serious offenses?

<p>If they have had no disciplinary actions in the prior six years (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happens to unsubstantiated charges against an employee?

<p>They are destroyed and not recorded (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How often can an employee inspect their service jacket?

<p>Once every calendar year (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If an employee is on-call, how is their time compensated?

<p>They accumulate compensatory time based on the call duration (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum workweek schedule for sworn employees working a 40-hour week?

<p>Four days at ten hours each (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What must be done before creating a new form of disciplinary action?

<p>Prior agreement must be reached with the union (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How are employees compensated for using their private automobiles while on city business?

<p>In accordance with city rates specified in Article 32 (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What items of clothing are sworn members of the Cincinnati Fire Department required to return upon leaving the department?

<p>Personal official equipment (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which group is responsible for determining the standard and elective issue of clothing?

<p>Management and Union Uniform Committee (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How often does the Management and Union Uniform Committee meet?

<p>Quarterly (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What must members do to collect elective issue items from the supplier?

<p>Collect during off-duty time (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the clothing allowance amount provided to sworn members if the quartermaster system is discontinued?

<p>$300.00 (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which item may members purchase for one dollar upon leaving the Fire Department?

<p>Service weapon (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What flexibility is allowed concerning uniform shirts for members working the tour system?

<p>Approved t-shirts or polo shirts may be worn optionally (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happens to a member's badge and helmet upon retirement due to disability or length of service?

<p>It is given at no cost (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Appealable Disciplinary Actions

Disciplinary actions that can be appealed to the Civil Service Commission or through a grievance and arbitration procedure.

Grievance & Arbitration Procedure

An alternative dispute resolution process for handling disciplinary appeals; bypassing Civil Service Commission.

Step Three/Four Grievance

Grievance can be escalated to Step Three or Four with agreement, bypassing intermediate steps.

Appeal Timeframe (Commission)

40 calendar days after disciplinary action to convert appeal to grievance process (if desired).

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Union Legal Representation

Union allowed legal representation in grievance process beyond Step Two.

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Witness Rights

Union and/or grievant have a right to witnesses at grievance hearings and/or Review Panels.

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Administrative Transfers (Review Panel)

Administrative transfers are handled by a Review Panel within the fire department.

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Review Panel Composition

Review panel consists of volunteers from the Fire Department, drawn by lot, based on rank and avoiding conflicts of interest

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Firefighter Uniforms

The clothing and equipment provided to sworn members of the Cincinnati Fire Department, including recruit, dress, and fatigue uniforms, PPE, rain coat, and jacket.

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Retiree ID Card

A card provided to firefighters who retire due to disability or length of service, allowing access to certain services.

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Service Weapon Purchase

Members leaving due to disability or retirement have the choice to buy their service weapon for $1.00.

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Uniform Committee

A committee composed of the union, fire administration, and fire chief to manage and determine required uniforms and standards.

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Elective Uniform Items

Uniform accessories, approved by the committee, firefighters can choose to wear in addition to standard issue.

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Tour System T-shirts

T-shirts or polo shirts, following approval, can be worn by firefighters on the tour system and others approved by the Fire Chief.

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Clothing Allowance

If the quartermaster system ends, Cincinnati Fire Department members will get $300 clothing allowance payments in April and October until agreement end.

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Personal Equipment Return

Upon leaving the Cincinnati Fire Department, members must return personal official equipment, except for cases specified, to the department.

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Clothing Allowance

A $300 payment given to personnel who wear civilian clothing for at least one day in a six-month period.

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Quartermaster System

A system for providing uniforms; members required to wear Class B uniforms are provided through this system.

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Uniform/Equipment Replacement

Damaged or lost uniforms and equipment are replaced or reimbursed up to $250 per incident, if incurred during duty.

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Fire Fighter PR Rank

Non-permanent positions for firefighter personnel. This rank is below Firefighter 1.

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Transfer Requests

Firefighter PR rank personnel can file transfer requests 30 days before a promotion to Firefighter 1.

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Engine/Ladder/ARFF Transfers

Transfers to these positions consider seniority based on written requests, and are made if it is efficient for the Fire Department.

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Clothing Allowance Contingency

The payment of this allowance hinges on the obligations of the City's vendor.

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Permanent Position

Ranks above Firefighter PR have permanent positions.

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Transfer Exchange Time

Cincinnati Fire Department members detailed to different companies must report to their new company at 7:00 am (0700 hours), provided at least 48 hours' prior notice is given.

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Seniority-Based Transfers

Transfers for 48-hour Operations Bureau personnel are based on seniority and transfers on file.

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Injury With Pay (IWP) Eligibility

Members disabled while performing duty (including contagious diseases) are eligible for full salary for up to one year, based on the Employee Health Physician's recommendation.

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IWP Extension

IWP period can be extended for another year if the member is a hospital bed patient with a realistic prognosis of returning to duty within the second year.

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Third Physician Dispute Resolution

If EHP and member's doctor disagree on a work-related injury, a third physician is selected to resolve the disagreement. Both City and Member share the cost of the evaluation.

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No Deduction for IWP

Sick leave is not deducted during an Injury with Pay period.

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20-Year Service Medic Unit Exemption

After 20 years of service, Cincinnati Fire Department members are no longer required to be detailed to a medic unit, but they may still volunteer if they wish.

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Occupational Disease Claims

The third physician procedure does not apply to occupational disease claims not related to a specific on-duty incident or to the member's ability to return to work, either limited or unrestricted.

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Written Reprimand Deletion (12 months)

Disciplinary actions less than a written reprimand are removed from records if the employee has no disciplinary actions in the past 12 months upon written request.

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Written Reprimand Deletion (2 years)

All previous written reprimands are removed from records if the employee has no disciplinary actions in the past 2 years upon written request.

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Single Tour Suspension Deletion (48-hour)

Records of single tour suspensions and lesser disciplines are removed after 3 years if a 48-hour employee has no disciplinary actions during that time, upon written request.

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Single Tour Suspension Deletion (40-hour)

Disciplinary actions equivalent to a single tour suspension plus lesser disciplines are removed after 3 years if a 40-hour employee has no further actions during that period, upon written request.

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Multi-Tour Suspension Deletion (48-hour)

Records of multi-tour suspensions and lesser disciplines are removed after 6 years if a 48-hour employee has no disciplinary actions during that time, upon written request.

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Multi-Tour Suspension Deletion (40-hour)

Disciplinary actions equivalent to a multi-tour suspension plus lesser disciplines are removed after 6 years if a 40-hour employee has no further actions during that time, upon written request.

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Deletion Time Period

Removed records are not considered in future disciplinary actions, only if there are no further disciplinary actions during the time period.

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Written Request for Deletion

Employee must submit a formal written request to have past disciplinary actions removed.

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Disciplinary Record Expiration

Records of disciplinary actions are not considered in future actions after 6 years, unless further disciplinary actions occurred within that time period.

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Serious Vehicular/Criminal Offenses

Records of serious vehicular or criminal offenses and associated lesser discipline are removed from a worker's file upon request, after 6 years without further disciplinary actions.

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Unsubstantiated Charges

Charges or entries that are proven false, not substantiated, or not upheld are not put in an employee's records.

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Employee Service Jacket Inspection

Employees can inspect their service records, including copies, once per year.

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New Disciplinary Actions

No new disciplinary actions can be created without union agreement during the contract duration.

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40-Hour Work Schedule

Sworn employees with a 40-hour work schedule work 10 hours a day, 4 days a week.

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On-Call Status Compensation

On-call firefighters receive a city vehicle or compensation for using their own car. They also earn compensatory time (1 hour for every 3 hours on-call).

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On-Call Duty Pay

On-call workers who are called in get paid their regular hourly rate for up to 86 hours, and overtime thereafter during a pay period.

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Study Notes

2020-2023 Labor-Management Agreement

  • Agreement between the City of Cincinnati and the Cincinnati Fire Fighters Union Local 48.
  • Effective December 13, 2020.
  • Expires December 9, 2023.

Table of Contents

  • Lists articles and sections within the agreement, with page numbers.

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